23/10/2026
I read a great The Guardian article the other day about common traps we fall into when trying to lose weight… and how to keep it simple. I took these screenshots which I wanted to share as I’ve had conversations about both of these things recently and it helps to re-enforce the message.
If you have time to get to the gym, make weight lifting your priority. Please don’t feel like you need to spend hours pounding a treadmill!
For one, it’s BORING AF!
For two, it’s unnecessary.
For three, it’s in efficient (for fat loss) - you are simply burning calories, but you could be burning calories AND developing muscle, gaining strength, improving your bone health, helping your joints, reducing risk of disease, improving your posture & metabolism… etc etc. You get the picture!
I try and encourage all my clients to get their movement in outside of the gym, regular walks outside, fresh air and steps. If you can do that, it means you can prioritise a weights session when you’re at the gym - and probably spend less time there too!
I’m not saying neglect cardio completely, I’m encouraging you to change your mindset. Especially if you’re stuck in this “I need to run to burn off that cake I had” cycle!
